We completed a refrigerator repair in North Canton, OH for a Kenmore ice maker that was producing clumps of ice frozen together. Our diagnosis revealed the ice maker had failed and required complete replacement.
The Problem
The customer reported clumps of ice frozen together forming in ice maker. This prevented normal ice production and dispensing from the refrigerator’s built-in ice system.
Diagnosis
Our inspection confirmed the ice maker failed. When ice makers malfunction, they often produce irregular ice formations or clumped ice rather than individual cubes, indicating internal component failure requiring unit replacement.
The Repair
- Parts replaced: WPW10300022 — ice maker assembly
- Work performed: Installed new ice maker
- Result: Ice maker now produces properly formed individual ice cubes
Is It Worth Repairing?
Kenmore refrigerators from this era are generally solid appliances worth repairing, especially for major components like ice makers. This model should provide many more years of reliable service with the new ice maker installed.
Maintenance Tips for Kenmore Refrigerators
- Replace the water filter every 6 months to prevent ice maker clogs and maintain ice quality
- Clean the ice maker monthly by running a cleaning cycle if available, or manually cleaning accessible surfaces
- Keep the freezer temperature between 0-5°F for optimal ice maker performance
Appliance Repair in North Canton, OH
North Canton is in Stark County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Alliance, Louisville, and Hartville. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your refrigerator needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Stark County and surrounding areas.
Louisville Appliance Repair serves Stark County and surrounding areas.
Schedule your repair online,
call (330) 693-9163,
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